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Tricks of the Trade continued from page 21 Clamp-free Belt Sanding and When belt sanding, you must restrain frames and panels from being thrown backward from the force of the belt's rotation. This can be a problem if your workbench isn't fitted with dogs to secure the panel. You can clamp the workpiece to the bench, of course, but then the clamp heads impede the sander. Hand Planing A better approach is to make a sanding platform from ^"-thick hardwood plywood with stop strips fastened to two adjacent edges. I make the strips V4" thick to allow for sanding of thin panels. The platform can be clamped or screwed to the bench, with the workpiece simply butted against the stop strips. If the workpiece extends beyond the panel, just shim under the overhanging section with scraps of 1/2"-thick plywood. The platform works well for holding pieces when hand planing as well as belt sanding. Whatever operation you're performing, just make sure the force of the tool is directed toward the stop strips. Richard James Sonoma, California Soda-can Mixing Tray I often need to mix small amounts of two-part epoxy and have found that the bottom of a 12-ounce soda can serves as a great portable, disposable mixing tray. The dished surface is clean, non-absorbent and prevents dripping. Placing the up-ended can in a foam drink cooler provides stability to the can during mixing and using. Mike Still Kempner, Texas continued on page 24 Tune up your cutting tools with Olson's high-tech lubricant! CTL improves the performance and life of your cutting tools. Unlike other products, CTL won't effect finishing or gluing -< and contains no petroleum oils or silicone. Ideal for band, circular, hole, saber/reciprocating, coping, and scroll saw blades. Penetrates bearings to clean and lubricate surfaces for longer bearing life. Works on router bits, virtually any cutting tool. W"' Each 8 oz. bottle comes with Saves time and money! , , both a spray and dropper top! Visit your Olson Dealer and ask for CTL! Dealer inquiries welcome! Call 203-792-8622 1 OLSON® The Olson Saw Co. 16 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, CT 06801 USA Made in USA CuttingToo! Lube CIRCLE NO. 154 ON FREE INFORMATION CARD. CIRCLE NO. 145 ON FREE INFORMATION CARD. CIRCLE NO. 161 ON FREE INFORMATION CARD. |
